Operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended Sirajo Jaja, the Accountant General of Bauchi State, on charges of fraud involving N70 billion.
He was taken into custody in Abuja on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, along with Aliyu Abubakar, an unlicensed bureau de change (BDC) operator from Jasfad Resources Enterprise, and Sunusi Ibrahim Sambo, who operates a Point of Sale (PoS) system.
Their arrests are related to an ongoing investigation into money laundering, misappropriation of public funds, and the diversion of N70 billion.
The EFCC is also looking into the activities of Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed in connection with this case.
According to the Commission, investigations revealed that N59 billion was withdrawn in cash through various bank accounts managed by the Accountant General on behalf of the state government.
This money was allegedly transferred to Abubakar and Sambo, who then disbursed cash to party agents and associates of the governor.
Abubakar, the BDC operator, had previously skipped bail but has since been rearrested.
EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the arrests.